Miyamoto once shot down a “Walupeach” character
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A 2008 Nintendo Dream interview is making the rounds due some information that it contains regarding what could have been another character known as Walupeach. Twitter user gosokkyu shared some translation tidbits.
The discussion is with Shugo Takahashi, a co-founder of Camelot. Given how Nintendo was open to good ideas, it turns out that a pitch was made for Walupeach who would have been included in their next game. However, Mario creator vetoed the idea before they could even show him their design. Apparently Miyamoto felt that it would end up like Doronjo.
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Atelier Ryza 3 delayed to March
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Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key has been delayed, but thankfully the wait won’t be terribly long.
The RPG will now land on Switch and other platforms on March 24, 2023 (Japan will be getting it one day earlier). It was previously planned for February 22 in Japan and February 24 in North America and Europe.
In a statement, producer Junzo Hosoi said that Gust will be using the extra time to “fine-tune the final touches”. We have his full message below.
Everdream Valley, mix of adventure, RPG and sim elements, coming to Switch
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Publisher VARSAV Game Studios and developer Mooneaters intend to release Everdream Valley on Switch, both companies have confirmed. As of now there’s no word on a release window.
The game is set during the summer in which players spend the season at their grandparent’s farm. Over the course of two months, they’ll learn about what’s going on with this “beautiful but bizarre” place. A variety of gameplay elements are included such as adventure, RPG and sim aspects.
UnderDungeon gameplay
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
UnderDungeon just recently came to Switch, and we have a closer look thanks to new gameplay. 48 minutes of footage shows off the 1-bit dungeon crawler.
Get caught up on everything you need to know about the title in the following overview:
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases – January 26, 2023
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of January 26, 2023. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
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Strategy RPG Vanaris Tactics coming to Switch
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Chorus Worldwide and Toge Productions revealed today that they will publish Vanaris Tactics, which was originally made by Matheus Reis, on Switch. The title has not been given a release window other than “soon”.
Vanaris Tactics is a strategy RPG that first appeared on PC last August. Learn more about it in the following overview:
Coffee Talk: Episode 2 release date set for April, physical versions announced
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Serenity Forge and Toge Productions revealed today that Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is launching on April 20, 2023, and a few different physical versions are planned for the series.
Both titles in the series will be sold individually. On top of that, Coffee Talk 2 is receiving a collector’s edition. Last but not least, there’ll be a “Double Shot Bundle” featuring both games.
With the Coffee Talk standard edition, you’ll receive a physical copy of the game, illustrated inner coversheet, vinyl sticker sheet containing a set of nine unique stickers, wooden keychain charm, and a download card with a code for a digital download of the soundtrack. The Coffee Talk Episode 2 standard release features a physical copy of the game, illustrated inner coversheet, vinyl sticker sheet containing a set of 11 unique stickers, wooden keychain charm, and a download card with a code for a digital download of the soundtrack.
Switch was the best-selling console of 2022 in the United States
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According to the latest NPD data, Switch was the best-selling console of 2022 in the United States. It was followed by the PlayStation 5 in second and Xbox Series in third.
That statistic is based on unit sales. If dollar sales were considered, it’d be the PlayStation 5 in first, Switch in second place, and Xbox Series in third. However, Switch isn’t as expensive as the PS5, which is an important factor.
Fire Emblem Engage gets another 8-minute trailer
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Original (12/25): Nintendo has come out with its latest trailer for Fire Emblem Engage, this one clocking in at eight minutes long. Currently it’s only available in Japanese, but if past videos are anything to go by, we could be seeing an English counterpart in the near future.
For a quick refresher on the game, read the following overview:
Little Witch Nobeta release date set for March in the west, limited edition revealed
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Idea Factory has shared a final release date for Little Witch Nobeta in the west and also revealed a limited edition.
The game is due out on March 7, 2023 in North America and Europe. It’ll be sold both physically and digitally.
As for the limited edition, this will be available to pre-order exclusively through the IFI NA and European Online Stores. It includes a copy of the game (with reversible cover sleeve), steel case, “Compendium of Crafted Souls” hardcover art book, original soundtrack, pop-up card, sleeping Nobeta plushie, collector’s box, and exclusive trading card.
